Brain Food

1. A Busboys and Poets Event — Open Mic!: For two hours audiences can expect a diverse chorus of voices and a vast array of professional spoken-word performers, open mic rookies, musicians and a different host every week. Expect to be moved, expect a packed house, expect the unexpected, but above all come with an open mind and ear. Wristbands for Tuesday go on sale at the bookstore at 10 that morning.

Where: Langston Room, Busboys and Poets, 14th and V streets NW